Sir Patrick Stewart at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival

Best known for his 17-year run as Professor Charles Xavier in the blockbuster "X-Men" franchise, Sir Patrick Stewart has spent more than a half century on stage, film and television, and is equally beloved by fans of the "Star Trek: The Next Generation" television series. He has garnered multiple Golden Globe®, Screen Actors Guild, Emmy® and Tony® nominations. Here, Stewart shares his insecurities from his early days and how he found the courage to take professional risks.